Persistent left superior vena cava

Case contributed by Hani M. Al Salam
Diagnosis almost certain

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

Normal chest radiograph.

CT of the chest demonstrates a persistent left SVC. Note the difference in contrast density as a result of right sided injection.

Case Discussion

Persistent left SVC is an incidental finding in less than 0.5% of the general population but occurs in approximately 4% of patients with congenital heart disease.

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